Nutrient Composition of “nduduagworagwo”, a Traditional Food of Akokwa People in Ideato North L.g.a of Imo State, Nigeria
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The nutrient composition of “Nduduagworagwo” a traditional food of the Akokwa people was investigated. The recipe showed high crude fats, high carbohydrate and appreciable energy value. Minerals such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, and iron were detected in the studied food.The sodium/potassium ratio and calcium/phosphorus ratio were normal as stipulated by National Council of Research (NRC) for a normal food. Vitamins such as A, B-complex, C and E were also detected in the recipe. This study has revealed the nutrient composition of “Nduduagworagwo”
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